Cypriot Consumer Association Annual Evaluation Reveals Mixed Trends in Hospitality Sector

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 13, 2025

The annual evaluation conducted by the Cypriot Consumer Association highlights notable improvements in hospitality manners and overall cleanliness across food service centers, despite persistent operational issues such as inconsistent restroom maintenance and service delays. Utilizing the “mystery shopping” method over 200 visits across 41 outlets from May to September 2025, the assessment underscores both progress and areas in need of refinement.

Price Variability and Market Discrepancies

The study reveals significant price discrepancies among establishments. Basic items display wide cost ranges: while bottled water is priced between €1 and €4.50, soft drinks fluctuate from €1.50 to €5.00. Prices for beer peak at around €6.70, whereas a shared salad ranges from €3.50 to €15.00. Additionally, appetizers such as fries and platters show price variations from €3 up to €42, with specialty items like lamb rising dramatically to between €14 and €30. Such variations, dependent on location and establishment type, are reflective of broader industry trends where some restaurants opt to reduce portion size or compromise on ingredient quality in attempt to control costs.

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Quality Concerns and Consumer Recommendations

Despite overall improvements in service etiquette and speed, evaluators reported ongoing challenges including limited staff training and the use of non-authentic or adulterated ingredients in some instances. Notably, the association observed a slight improvement in quality over previous years, yet cautioned that these issues could undermine consumer trust and the broader reputation of Cyprus’ tourism industry.

Path Forward for a Competitive Tourism Landscape

The report calls for enhanced collaboration between the Undersecretary of Tourism, industry associations, and consumer organizations to bolster employee training, maintain high standards of cleanliness, and enforce transparent pricing policies. The ultimate goal remains to elevate the visitor experience and strengthen the competitiveness of Cyprus’ hospitality sector in an increasingly dynamic market.

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Cyprus Records EU’s Highest Budget Surplus At 3.6% Of GDP In 2025

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

October 21, 2026

Cyprus recorded the European Union’s highest government budget surplus in 2025, at 3.6% of gross domestic product (GDP), according to figures released by the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) and Eurostat.

The surplus amounted to €1.36 billion, based on audited data compiled under the European Commission’s Excessive Deficit Procedure. Government debt stood at €20.05 billion, equivalent to 52.3% of GDP.

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Cyprus Among Five EU Countries With Budget Surpluses

Cyprus was one of only five EU member states to record a budget surplus in 2025. Denmark followed with 2.9% of GDP, ahead of Greece at 2%, Ireland at 1.8% and Portugal at 0.7%.

All other member states recorded deficits. Romania had the largest, at 7.8% of GDP, followed by Poland at 7.2%, Belgium at 5.2% and France at 5.1%. Eleven countries reported deficits of at least 3% of GDP, the EU’s reference threshold.

Government Revenue Rises 7.7%

Cyprus’ government revenue increased by 7.7% in 2025, rising by €1.14 billion to €15.9 billion from €14.76 billion a year earlier, Cystat reported.

Social contributions rose by €379.8 million, or 8.4%, to €4.9 billion, while taxes on income and wealth increased by €379.1 million, or 10%, to €4.18 billion. Taxes on production and imports grew by 1.4% to €4.75 billion.

Revenue from the sale of goods and services climbed 18.1% to €1.06 billion, while other current transfers increased by 21.4% to €480.1 million. Capital transfers and property income also rose.

Net value added tax was the main exception, declining by €16 million, or 0.5%, to €3.15 billion.

Capital Spending Drives Higher Expenditure

Government expenditure rose by 9.2% in 2025, increasing by €1.22 billion to €14.54 billion from €13.31 billion in 2024.

Compensation of employees, including imputed social contributions and civil servants’ pensions, grew by 7.6% to €4.17 billion. Social transfers increased by 5.3% to €5.59 billion, while intermediate consumption reached €1.59 billion.

Capital expenditure recorded the sharpest increase, surging by 46.4% to €1.76 billion from €1.2 billion in 2024. The rise reflected higher gross capital formation and other capital expenditure.

Meanwhile, subsidies fell by 18.6% to €139.6 million, while property income payable edged down.

Cyprus Outperforms EU And Euro Area Averages

Across the EU, government expenditure amounted to 49.4% of GDP in 2025, compared with revenue of 46.3%. In the euro area, expenditure reached 49.8% of GDP and revenue 46.8%.

Cyprus’ surplus reflects revenue growth outpacing expenditure, despite higher public investment. The country’s fiscal performance stood out against a wider EU picture in which most member states continued to run budget deficits.

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